Parking launches ParkUSC
April 18, 2024, Koby Padgett
Parking and Transportation Services' new app called ParkUSC (Apple, Google Play) will help campus community members identify available spaces in campus parking lots.
Recent Announcements
Carolinian Creed Week is April 8-12
April 05, 2024, Maddie Lee
Creed Week will be held April 8-12. Events occurring during the week are used to uplift the values established in the Creed.
Celebrate Free Speech Week
October 12, 2023
Oct. 15-21 is national Free Speech Week. Created in 2005, Free Speech Week is designed to raise public awareness of the importance of freedom of speech and of a free press in our democracy.
Help shape the future of campus
October 12, 2023, Erin McDonald
USC is planning the future of campus, and we want to hear from you. Use the interactive map to pin your hangouts and most visited locations, as well as the spots that need improvement. We'll use this information to discover patterns, challenges and opportunities and design a plan for the future.
What's new for fall 2023
August 16, 2023, Koby Padgett
The University of South Carolina has spent the summer — and the past few years in one case — improving the Columbia campus for everyone. Let’s look at some of the biggest changes debuting this fall.
Teletherapy now available
April 28, 2023, Reagin von Lehe
USC students now have access to teletherapy without even making a phone call.
Apply for Sustainable Carolina
April 13, 2023, Reagin von Lehe
Applications are now being accept for Sustainable Carolina, the student-led branch of the university's Office of Sustainability.
Give 4 Garnet
April 13, 2023, Reagin von Lehe
Seniors graduating in May who give $20.23 or more during the Give 4 Garnet annual day of giving will receive a philanthropy graduation cord to wear at commencement for recognition as a USC donor.
Red Cross Bloodmobile on campus
March 30, 2023, Reagin von Lehe
In recognition of National Public Health Week, the Arnold School of Public Health will host the Red Cross Bloodmobile at College and Park Streets from 11 a.m. to 4 pm.m. Wednesday (April 5).
Students invited to 'Imagine Carolina'
August 24, 2022
This one-day retreat with UofSC President Michael Amiridis is a chance for students to share their perspectives, generate new ideas and help elevate the South Carolina experience even further.
On Your Time Initiatives
February 10, 2022, Sophie Karapatakis
The Office of On Your Time Initiatives can help with graduating on time or graduating early.
Register for mental health advocate certificate program
September 17, 2021, Office of Communications and Public Affairs
Register for the Together We Can Certificate Program to increase your mental health competency and become a mental health advocate.
New options for sharing preferred names, personal pronouns
June 02, 2021, Cam Adams
As part of the university’s ongoing efforts to promote a more inclusive campus environment, students, faculty and staff can now add preferred names and personal pronouns to their information. Individuals can do so by logging into myaccount.sc.edu.
UofSC to host QEP virtual kickoff
March 16, 2021, Nina Jackson
UofSC Columbia and regional Palmetto College campuses will hold a virtual kickoff for its Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP). Faculty, staff and students are invited to tune in on Tuesday (March 23) at 3 p.m.
Bateman team promotes digital civility pledge
February 24, 2021, Jason Dermack
The UofSC Bateman team, which is competing in a national case study competition through the Public Relations Student Society of America, is implementing a PR campaign promoting civility in public discourse.
Dance Marathon registration now open
January 27, 2021, Jason Dermack
University of South Carolina Dance Marathon registration is now open.
Student Leadership and Diversity Conference Registration Open
January 20, 2021, Jason Dermack
Registration for the virtual Student Leadership and Diversity Conference (Feb 8-19) is now live!
Accelerated study plans
November 19, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
On Your Time Initiatives offers several accelerated study plans that can help you graduate early. Accelerated study plans take advantage of alternative sessions, like Summer Semester and Winter Session, so you can complete the same coursework in less time and while accruing less debt.
Consider taking Winter Session courses
November 06, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
Take accelerated online courses over your winter break to catch up, get ahead or stay on track for graduation. The upcoming winter session will start on Dec. 28 and conclude on Jan. 17.
Sign up for Recovery Ally Training
November 05, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
The Recovery Ally Training teaches members of the Gamecock Community about substance use disorder and recovery. Attend virtual training Nov. 11 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Antibody testing now available at no cost
October 21, 2020
The University of South Carolina is asking students, faculty and staff for their help to determine how widespread COVID-19 has been in our community by getting a no cost (FREE) antibody test.
Get tested, get free stuff
October 02, 2020
Every week during the month of October, a random sample of students will be invited to participate in saliva-based COVID-19 testing. Upon completion, students will receive a special UofSC T-shirt and will be entered into drawings to win prizes.
Find encouragement, understanding, support with group counseling
October 01, 2020
Now more than ever, students are facing loneliness, isolation and anxiety. Join others facing similar issues with group counseling. Students meet online in groups of six to 10 with one or two trained therapists.
The Behavioral Intervention Team is now the Student Care and Outreach Team
August 20, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
The Student Care and Outreach Team (Care Team), formerly known as the Behavioral Intervention Team, has expanded its services.